Pronunciation: /ˈθrɑtəl/
noun a device controlling the flow of fuel or power to an engine
A1 The pilot adjusted the throttle to increase speed.
A2 She pushed the throttle forward to accelerate the car.
B1 The mechanic checked the throttle for any issues.
B2 The throttle on the boat was stuck, causing it to move uncontrollably.
C1 The fighter jet pilot carefully monitored the throttle during the mission.
C2 The expert racer knew exactly how to fine-tune the throttle for optimal performance.
verb to attack or kill by choking or strangling
A1 The driver gently throttled the engine to start the car.
A2 She had to throttle back on her speed to avoid getting a speeding ticket.
B1 The company decided to throttle their advertising budget due to financial constraints.
B2 The pilot had to throttle up the engines to take off smoothly.
C1 The government implemented measures to throttle the spread of misinformation online.
C2 The CEO made the difficult decision to throttle production in order to maintain quality standards.
formal The pilot gently adjusted the throttle to increase speed.
informal You need to push the throttle forward to go faster.
slang I floored the throttle to zoom past the other cars.
figurative She decided to release the throttle on her emotions and speak her mind.
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